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  2. STIR/SHAKEN - Wikipedia

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    STIR/SHAKEN, or SHAKEN/STIR, is a suite of protocols and procedures intended to combat caller ID spoofing on public telephone networks.Caller ID spoofing is used by robocallers to mask their identity or to make it appear the call is from a legitimate source, often a nearby phone number with the same area code and exchange, or from well-known agencies like the Internal Revenue Service or ...

  3. Are You Being 'Spoofed'? This Specific Type Of Scam Is Hard ...

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    The good news is that email authentication technology that many businesses use can block emails from suspicious senders or confine them to a spam folder. But “if those things aren’t set up ...

  4. Caller ID spoofing - Wikipedia

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    Example of caller ID spoofed via orange boxing; both the name and number are faked to reference leetspeak. Caller ID spoofing is a spoofing attack which causes the telephone network's Caller ID to indicate to the receiver of a call that the originator of the call is a station other than the true originating station. This can lead to a display ...

  5. SMS spoofing - Wikipedia

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    SMS spoofing is a technology which uses the short message service (SMS), available on most mobile phones and personal digital assistants, to set who the message appears to come from by replacing the originating mobile number (Sender ID) with alphanumeric text. Spoofing has both legitimate uses (setting the company name from which the message is ...

  6. Are You Being 'Spoofed'? This Specific Type Of Scam Is Hard ...

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    Email Spoofing Upon first glance, a spoofed email may look reliable. Scammers will often use sender addresses that look like it’s coming from a known company or authority figure.

  7. Here are the best ways to block robocalls - AOL

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    Block it: When you get an unwanted call on your cellphone, take the time to enter it into your list of blocked numbers. Create a robust contact list: Make sure it includes the names and numbers of ...

  8. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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    Sometimes these emails can contain dangerous viruses or malware that can infect your computer by downloading attached software, screensavers, photos, or offers for free products. Additionally, be wary if you receive unsolicited emails indicating you've won a prize or contest, or asking you to forward a petition or email.

  9. 30 Scam Phone Numbers To Block and Area Codes To Avoid - AOL

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    877 numbers are toll-free numbers often used by businesses and organizations. They are generally considered reputable and legitimate. Caitlyn Moorhead and Cynthia Measom contributed to the ...